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Laylah S.

  • 16 years paid experience
  • 14 miles
Laylah S., Babysitter in Upper Montclair, NJ 07043 with 16 years of paid experience

Hello! With over 16 years of professional childcare experience, I specialize as an Infant Care Specialist, supporting families through the important early stages of their child's development. My expertise includes infant care, healthy sleep foundations, feeding support, developmental milestones, establishing consistent routines, and creating customized schedules that help both infants and parents thrive. I have extensive experience working with both domestic and international families, providing discreet, professional, and personalized care. I am comfortable supporting dynamic household environments, maintaining confidentiality, collaborating with household staff, and adapting to each family's unique parenting style and lifestyle needs. In addition to infant care, I have significant experience caring for multiple children of varying ages. I excel at creating structure within busy households while ensuring each child receives individualized attention and developmentally appropriate support. My approach is warm, hands-on, and engaging. I encourage learning through play, creativity, outdoor exploration, music, art, cooking activities, and educational outings that foster confidence, curiosity, and independence. Throughout my career, I have accompanied families on domestic and international travel, ski holidays, weddings, hotel stays, seasonal relocations, and extended vacations. Whether providing overnight support, temporary full-time coverage, travel assistance, or short-term care while families search for a permanent caregiver, I offer flexible, reliable support tailored to each family's needs. My background includes leading children's art and theatre programs through YMCA programs in California and Wisconsin. Families consistently describe me as calm, dependable, adaptable, and genuinely invested in their children's well-being and development. I am also happy to assist with children's meal preparation, maintaining routines, bedtime support, and organizing children's spaces. Please note that I have a 5-hour booking minimum. Rates vary based on the age and number of children, scheduling requirements, evenings, overnights, and travel. If you are seeking an experienced Infant Care Specialist who brings warmth, expertise, discretion, and structure to your family, I would be delighted to connect with you.

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$35–75/hr

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Doug C.

Laylah was great with our kids. We have two boys (2 and 3.5 years old.. and they can be a handful). Laylah was supportive to them and was great at keeping them engaged. Highly recommend!

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Lina T.

  • 3 years paid experience
  • 12 miles
Lina T., Babysitter in Upper Montclair, NJ 07043 with 3 years of paid experience

Hello! My name is Lina and I look forward to working with you! I have 3 years of babysitting experience, and I live in Hell’s Kitchen, Manhattan. I’m accessible to pretty much all subway lines for travel. I’ve been around children for most of my life since my mother was a babysitter/nanny for 20+ years. I’m also a mother to an adorable 3 year old. I consider myself a kind, reliable, responsible, and attentive individual. I’m currently pursuing my Master's Degree in Early Childhood Education, as I have a passion for working with children. I’m bilingual, I speak both English and Spanish fluently. I'm also CPR, First Aid & AED certified. I’m available for occasional evening/date night opportunities. Thank you!

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$25–30/hr

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Rosemary L.

Lina was excellent. She was a great communicator and was so joyful in caring for our son. He had an amazing time and took to her immediately. Lina provided us with lots of updates and left everything in our home neat.

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Monae O.

  • 17 years paid experience
  • 15 miles
Monae O., Babysitter in Upper Montclair, NJ 07043 with 17 years of paid experience

I am a former Early Childhood Special Education Teacher (Birth-Grade 2) transitioning to private in-home childcare. (Orton-Gillingham trained and certified) My goal has always been and will always be to support, guide, and bring peace of mind to families with love and patience. Early Childhood Education and Early Childhood Education/Teaching Students with Disabilities (Dual Certification) (Birth-Grade 2) (Norland-trained nanny) AMI Montessori-trained and certified Infant & Toddler (birth – age 3) Early Childhood (ages 2 1/2 – 6) Elementary I (ages 6 – 9) Montessori Inclusion Endorsement (MIE) ***It’s so important to get outside and have children understand nature; that's why I believe in keeping screen time to an absolute minimum*** Childcare is not just a job for me; it's my career. I love watching children learn and grow while teaching them kindness, sharing, compassion, and love. I firmly believe kids are good teachers; all we have to do is listen. "Each child has a different learning style and pace. Each child is unique.” – Robert John Meehan Fun Facts: My personality type is INFJ. INFJs are natural nurturers who are patient, devoted, and protective. Favorite sport: Badminton Newborn Care Specialist Certification Youth Mental Health First Aid Certification ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) trained Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED Certification Current vaccinations include Flu, Pneumonia, MMR, COVID, and Tdap. If you're looking for someone to bond with your child(ren), teach them life lessons, and help them grow, I'm your childcare professional. Thank you very much for your time. *** Four-hour booking minimum - I prefer bookings with a minimum billing of four hours. Please let me know if you need a sitter for less than 4 hours, as it will be at a higher rate***

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$30–45/hr

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Amanda N.

  • 10 years paid experience
  • 13 miles
Amanda N., Babysitter in Upper Montclair, NJ 07043 with 10 years of paid experience

Hello Parents! Thank you for visiting my profile. Note: I am currently available to provide childcare on Halloween, Indigenous Peoples Day, Veterans Day, and Christmas break My name is Amanda! I am a currently a freelance pet sitter, and babysitter of 10 plus years. As a New York Native I know how to navigate through the MTA system and the neighborhoods of each borough. I am CPR/First Aid Certified and a non-smoker. I am currently available to provide care on school holidays, school breaks, weekends, and weekday evenings after 7 pm. One of my passions is caring for children, and animals. I have over 10 years of babysitter/nanny experience with children of all ages. Caring for children is a passion I will continue for as long as I can. I love getting to know children, watching them grow, and supporting their important milestones. Along with my childcare experience, I have 10 years of experience working as a pet sitter. My dream is to open a pet care, and babysitting company. Why not both! I have been caring for children since the age of 12. I started babysitting my younger brother at a young age, as I grew older I transitioned into caring for my younger cousins, and working as a babysitter/nanny. In addition, I have experience caring for children with ADHD, ADD, & Anxiety. Since 2019, I have worked with Camp Shiloh as a Counselor in Training, Mentor, and Volunteer. I was also a Camper there for several years as a kid, and it’s one of my the few places I call home. A fun fact about me, I love Harry Potter, and comic books. Some of the fun things I love to do with children are making art, building blocks, engaging in activities around the city, read books, dancing, baking, playing board games, going to parks, playing sports, playing with toys & more. In my free time I like to swim, skateboard, listen to music, learn new things, write, and ground myself in nature. Children love me as their babysitter because I’m empathetic, open minded, committed, and pretty funny. Your child’s safety is my upmost importance, and of course having fun. References can be provided. I wear masks at all times, and I carry hand sanitizer with me. Note: I am aware I have a two star review, if you would like to know more about why that review is on my page I am more than happy to explain the situation. Unfortunately, the parent never had the chance to meet nor interview me.

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$22–45/hr

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Karla L.

Amanda was very sweet and attentive with my baby! Very hands on and I would book her again!

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Yamelis R.

  • 5 years paid experience
  • 14 miles
Yamelis R., Babysitter in Upper Montclair, NJ 07043 with 5 years of paid experience

Hello! I am looking for a full time position as I transition from working for the Department of Education. I am enrolled in remote classes at The City College of New York, working on my Bilingual Childhood Education BA. I have a very friendly, welcoming, and nurturing personality. I am an older sister, we have an 9 year gap which, of course, deemed me her personal (un)official babysitter. I also have both professional and personal experience with infants. I also lived with a close family and was closely involved in caring for her twin infants during their first 18 months, supporting and implementing routines and development. I am comfortable and connect with all ages. I love parks, museums, and anything outdoors! I am open to answer any questions so we can get to know each other further.

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$35–40/hr

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Rebecca S.

Yamelis has been an exceptional nanny for our infant, and we feel incredibly fortunate to have found her. From day one, she has shown genuine warmth, patience, and attentiveness. She is highly reliable, always punctual, and communicates clearly about our baby’s day, including feedings, naps, and milestones. Yamelis creates a calm, nurturing environment that makes our child feel safe and happy. She is knowledgeable about infant development and engages our baby with age-appropriate activities that encourage growth and curiosity. We fully trust her judgment and care. Any family would be lucky to have Yamelis as their nanny.

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Jennifer R.

  • 25 years paid experience
  • 12 miles
Jennifer R., Babysitter in Upper Montclair, NJ 07043 with 25 years of paid experience

My name is Jenny, and there are 2 things I love in this world the most - children and music! I am an opera singer, mom and music teacher, and have over 25 years of babysitting and nannying experience. I started babysitting when I was 13 years old for neighborhood families, and then supported myself through college and graduate school with part time nanny positions. I also teach young kids to sing and play the piano. I am very responsible, caring and encouraging. I've raised 3 babies of my own who are school age now, and I have more free time. I'd love to be a part of your family's life!

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$30–40/hr

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Tenzai R.

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Angelica A.

  • 10 years paid experience
  • 10 miles
Angelica A., Babysitter in Upper Montclair, NJ 07043 with 10 years of paid experience

I’m an experienced childcare professional who has babysat for many families over the years, caring for children from newborns and infants through school age. Because I’ve worked with so many different families and age groups, I’m comfortable stepping into a new household, learning a family’s routines and expectations, and building rapport with children quickly. I previously worked for a babysitting agency providing childcare for families both in their homes and at hotels. This gave me experience working with families I was often meeting for the first time and helped me become very adaptable and confident helping children feel comfortable with a new caregiver. I understand that parents may be leaving their child with someone new, so I make communication, safety, and helping both the child and parents feel at ease a priority. Many of my babysitting relationships have also developed naturally through my professional childcare positions. While working as an after-school educator and coach, several families whose children I worked with began hiring me privately for babysitting. The same happened while I worked at an infant center caring for babies ages 6 weeks to 15 months. I really value that families who saw how I interacted with and cared for their children trusted me to continue caring for them outside of those settings. My broader childcare experience includes working as a full-time nanny, infant teacher, baby nurse at a postpartum resort, ABA therapist, special needs camp counselor, and after-school educator and coach. This has given me experience with everything from feeding, bottles, diapering, soothing, naps, and bedtime routines to play, homework help, outings, and caring for multiple children. I am also EMT certified and previously served for six years as a medic in the U.S. Army. My medical background has provided extensive training in first aid, emergency response, and safety. I’m warm, patient, dependable, and very hands-on with children. One of my strengths is being able to build rapport quickly, which is especially important when babysitting children who may not know me yet. I want children to feel safe and comfortable with me while also having fun, whether we’re playing, reading, doing an activity, or simply following their normal evening routine.

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$25–60/hr

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George T.

Angel was great!

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Cindy T.

  • 10 years paid experience
  • 14 miles
Cindy T., Babysitter in Upper Montclair, NJ 07043 with 10 years of paid experience

I love children and have 10 years of experience caring for infants, toddlers and older children. I enjoy helping out with homework and teaching Spanish and ensuring they are safe and happy. I have excellent references.

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$20–25/hr

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Christopher L.

Cindy is a great sitter. She took care of our daughter when she was under 1 years old. She took the initiative to take her for walks and make sure she napped enough. And she still checks in on her.

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Elena S.

  • 20 years paid experience
  • 2 miles
Elena S., Babysitter in Upper Montclair, NJ 07043 with 20 years of paid experience

I provide Infant/Baby Care. I am an experienced babysitter, having worked with infants, babies and toddlers. My expertise is in child care. Much of my experience has been working at in-home babysitting and child care centers. Prior to that, I worked in elementary schools. I am certified and will be happy to provide you with certifications and references from previous families. I am available for work on a part-time, or as-needed basis. Thank You. Sincerely, Elena

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$21–24/hr

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Seun A.

  • 7 years paid experience
  • 7 miles
Seun A., Babysitter in Upper Montclair, NJ 07043 with 7 years of paid experience

Hi, I'm Seun! Fair warning — if you hire me, there's a good chance your kitchen may become a culinary lab. We once recreated edible dirt using crushed Oreos and gummy worms, and it was a hit. I've been working with children since high school and have loved every moment of it. I believe kids see the world with a curiosity and wonder that is truly special, and I feel privileged to play a role in their growth into their own autonomous selves. This work has taught me the rewards of being present, the value of play, and the power of creativity — lessons I carry with me every day. I believe the best moments with children happen when you lean into their interest, and I've built my entire approach around that idea. I've been working with children since high school — starting with families of teachers and growing through word-of-mouth ever since. I'm experienced with toddlers through preteens, comfortable with multiples, and tend to build long-term relationships with the families I work with. Day-to-day I can help with morning and nighttime routines, meal prep, homework, driving to activities, and keeping kids engaged with screen-free games, outdoor play, and playdates. I'm currently in medical school on a scholar's Year for research, which means I bring a clinical understanding of child safety, health, and development to every family I work with — and I have genuine flexibility in my schedule for the foreseeable year. I also volunteer as a tutor supporting students from elementary school through the college application process. I'm available to start immediately and would love to meet your family. Feel free to reach out!

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$28–30/hr

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